Lewisham Libraries invites artists to explore the boundless realms of imagination for our sci-fi and fantasy season, Imagined Worlds.
What are your imagined worlds?
Fantasy realms • Dystopian futures • Utopian societies • Alien landscapes • Parallel dimensions • Dream states • Mythical kingdoms • Digital realities • Underwater cities • Sky worlds • Time-warped spaces • Memory places
We’re seeking original and thought-provoking art pieces in any media that:
Challenges conventional reality and pushes creative boundaries
Presents unique perspectives on alternate worlds and societies
Demonstrates personal artistic vision. Invites viewers to question, wonder, and imagine
Address social, environmental, or philosophical themes through a fantastical lens
Create dialogue about our relationship with reality and possibility
Any media welcome:
Traditional: Paintings, drawings, prints, sculptures, textiles
Digital: Digital paintings, 3D renders, interactive media, video art
Photography: Surreal compositions, manipulated imagery, alternative processes Mixed media: Collages, assemblages, hybrid techniques
Installation: Immersive environments, interactive experiences
Performance: Time-based work exploring imagined narratives
Experimental: Unconventional materials, new technologies, interdisciplinary approaches
Exhibition Details:
📅 NOVEMBER 2025
📍 THE LIBRARY AT DEPTFORD LOUNGE
🎨 Open to all artists – emerging and established
💰 No submission fee
Open Call Deadline: 30th September 2025
How to Apply:
Submit up to 3 works that explore the theme of imagined worlds.
For static works:
High-resolution images of artwork (JPEG, 300 dpi minimum)
Brief work descriptions with dimensions and materials
For video/performance/time-based works:
Video documentation (MP4 format, max 10 minutes per piece)
High-quality stills from the work (3-5 images)
Technical requirements for exhibition display
Performance duration and space requirements (if applicable)
All submissions must include:
Artist statement (200 words max)
Contact details
Selection Criteria:
Originality and creativity
How effectively the work transports viewers
Diversity of artistic voices and perspectives
Technical skill and artistic merit
Applications now CLOSED